Lauren Bedell
Bay City
Summary
Registered Behavior Technician with hands-on experience delivering individualized ABA therapy to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Well versed in effective communication training, providing data-driven behavioral and skill acquisition interventions, and building strong relationships with clients and their families. Determined to advance as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to create meaningful behavioral change and support long-term development across a clinical and educational setting as well as enhancing everyday quality of life.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Mary Free Bed at Covenant’s Center for Autism
08.2020 - Current
- Provides applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism ages 2-8
- Records data efficiently and effectively
- Establishes and maintain meaningful relationships with clients and their families
- Implement behavior plans created by Board Certified Behavior Analyst’s (BCBAs)
- Collaborates with all members of the client’s multi-disciplinary team to ensure the most effective treatment
Graduate Clinical Assistant
Oakland University
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided in-person classroom-based behavioral supports
- Collected and analyzed data
- Supported student success through a multi-disciplinary team
- Provided feedback and support to teachers and paraprofessionals when observing interventions implemented
- Attended IEP’s and provided interventions based off behavior analytic research
Registered Behavior Technician
Covenant Health Care
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered DTT and NET therapy to clients on the autism spectrum
- Implemented functional communication training
- Facilitated peer interactions in group settings
- Promoted independence in life skills such as toilet training, dressing, and feeding
- Accurate data collection on specific behavior programming
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
Oakland University
Rochester, MI08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2019
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Proficient in data collection programs
- Collaboration with other professionals and team members
- Critical thinking
- Accurate documentation
Accomplishments
Bedell, L., Kranak., M.P., Hughes, S., Korneder, J., Horning, M., and Jones, C. (2023, October). Description of a School Based Consultation Practicum: Data, Directions, and Recommendations. Poster presented at the 11th Annual Michigan Autism Conference, Kalamazoo, MI.
Bedell, L., Kranak., M.P., Hughes, S., Korneder, J., Horning, M., and Jones, C. (2023, October). Description of a School Based Consultation Practicum: Data, Directions, and Recommendations. Poster presented at the 38th Annual Behavior Analysis Association of Michigan Conference, Ypsilanti, MI.
Timeline
Graduate Clinical Assistant
Oakland University
08.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Mary Free Bed at Covenant’s Center for Autism
08.2020 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Covenant Health Care
08.2019 - 01.2020
Master of Arts - Master of Education - Applied Behavior Analysis
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Michigan State University
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